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East Albury

NSW 2640 • Rest of NSW

6,224
Population (2021)
$78,416
Median Household Income
12.33 km²
Area
$280/wk
Median Rent
Regional CityFamily-FriendlyWell-ConnectedEstablishedHealthcare Hub

About East Albury

East Albury is a major residential suburb of Albury in southern New South Wales, located about 3 km from the city centre near the NSW-Victoria border. The 2021 Census population is 6,224, making it one of the larger urban suburbs in the Albury area. The suburb includes established housing, health and airport precincts, and pockets of industrial and commercial activity. Its character mixes family-oriented neighbourhoods with strong transport and service infrastructure.

Residents benefit from proximity to Albury Base Hospital, Albury Airport, schools, sports facilities and river-adjacent reserves. The suburb is well positioned for cross-border access to Wodonga and wider regional employment across Albury-Wodonga. Public transport is primarily bus-based, with rail access available at Albury station a short drive away. East Albury is popular with families, health-sector workers and households seeking practical access to major regional services.

East Albury falls under postcode 2640 and is governed by Albury Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Albury electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2640
Urban Area
Albury - East
LGA / Council
Albury
Federal Electorate
Farrer
State Electorate
Albury
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.09°, 146.94°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
12.33 km²
Elevation
246m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in East Albury for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$720K
93 sales · ▼ 1% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$370K
40 sales · ▲ 12.1% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$280
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,560
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
40 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2.3%

53 state housing + 8 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Albury Station
3.8 km
45 min
Wodonga Station
9.5 km
Not walkable
Chiltern Station
30 km
Not walkable

Bus Services

  • Albury local bus routes — Albury CBD and shopping centres 10-25 min
  • Cross-city services — Lavington / Thurgoona / South Albury 20-40 min
  • Regional coach links — Wodonga and nearby regional towns 20-60 min

Commute to Albury CBD

Distance
3 km
By Train
Not typically used for local CBD trips
By Bus
10-25 min
By Car (Peak)
8-15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
5-10 min

🛣️ Most local commuting is by car or bus within Albury-Wodonga; rail is primarily for intercity travel.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Some neighbourhood errands are walkable, but most residents rely on cars for major shopping, work and cross-border trips.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Albury Local Government Area, which contains East Albury. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
325.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.3%
Motor vehicle theft
363.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 8.1%
Non-DV assault
739.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 4.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
20.6 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
842 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Albury →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,098
Census 2021
6,224
▲ 2.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$38,064
Personal Income 2021
$44,616
▲ 17.2% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$44,616 / yr
$858/wk
Household
$78,416 / yr
$1508/wk
Family
$111,800 / yr
$2150/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,291
Born Overseas 692

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 144
  • 2. England 113
  • 3. New Zealand 61
  • 4. Germany 29
  • 5. Philippines 26
  • 6. Scotland 22
  • 7. Netherlands 21
  • 8. China 20
  • 9. Italy 15
  • 10. Sri Lanka 14

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,560
Australian 2,289
Irish 999
Scottish 783
German 430
Australian Aboriginal 183
Italian 179
Indian 160
Dutch 124
Chinese 80

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,461
Both parents born in Australia
910
Both parents born overseas
597
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
48.9%
No Religion
41.5%
Hinduism
1.6%
Buddhism
0.9%
Sikhism
0.9%
Islam
0.3%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
379 (6.1%)
5-14 years
688 (11.1%)
15-19 years
349 (5.6%)
20-24 years
360 (5.8%)
25-34 years
822 (13.2%)
35-44 years
828 (13.3%)
45-54 years
776 (12.5%)
55-64 years
764 (12.3%)
65-74 years
616 (9.9%)
75-84 years
420 (6.7%)
85+ years
226 (3.6%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is East Albury known for? +

Residents benefit from proximity to Albury Base Hospital, Albury Airport, schools, sports facilities and river-adjacent reserves.

How far is East Albury from Sydney CBD? +

East Albury is approximately 3 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 8-15 min in peak hour and 5-10 min off-peak.

Does East Albury have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Albury Station (3.8 km away, approximately 45 min walk) on the NSW TrainLink XPT and V/Line coach connections. Bus services include Albury local bus routes, running to Albury CBD and shopping centres in approximately 10-25 min.

What is the population of East Albury? +

According to the 2021 Census, East Albury has a population of 6,224 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is East Albury a good place to live? +

East Albury is well-suited to families, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The suburb is well positioned for cross-border access to Wodonga and wider regional employment across Albury-Wodonga.

What is the postcode for East Albury? +

The postcode for East Albury is 2640. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in East Albury? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in East Albury is about $858 per week (around $44,600 per year). The median household income is $1,508 per week and the median family income is $2,150 per week.

What is the median house price in East Albury? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $720,000, down 1% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $370,000, up 12.1% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of East Albury? +

The median age in East Albury is 40. The largest age group is 35–44 (828 residents, around 13%). Around 23% of residents are under 20 and about 20% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is East Albury a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. East Albury is part of the Albury LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

How much is rent in East Albury? +

In East Albury, the median weekly rent is $280, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,560 (2021 Census).